LISMORE

LISMORE

Gates Open:

11:00 am

First Race:

1:00 pm

Admission Prices:

€10 incl. card U16's are Free

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Track Biography:

The West Waterford Hunt was formed in 1915 from the amalgamation of the Coshmore and Cois Bride hunts. The first Lismore Point to Point was held in 1912 under the Coshmore Hunt and since 1923 the event has been held in the grounds of Lismore Castle estate .

The course lies to the west of the Castle with a backdrop of typical West Waterford country and the Knockmealdown Mountains rising in the distance.

The point to point has a large dedicated committee of volunteers who throw their full energy into making the day a success.

The course is anticlockwise away from the Lismore towards Tallow with a long straight in front of the main spectator areas leading to a shorter straight rising to a hill on the far side of the course then bending back downhill to a finish once again in front of the main spectator area.

For those with the time and a desire to enjoy the scenery of West Waterford before crossing the Blackwater River Bridge at Youghal take the left turn on the Cork side of the bridge and follow the Blackwater River in a general northerly direction through Knockanore and then follow the signs for Lismore.

The ground is generally in a firm condition even after prolonged periods of rain due to the drainage through the limestone bed rock .

Lismore Point-to-Point Races

Castle Farm,

Co. Waterford

Contact Details

Declan Doocey - 0872547715

How To Get There

From Waterford
Take the N25 until it meets the N72 two miles before Dungarvan. Follow the N72 through Cappoquin to Lismore and follow signs for parking.

From Cork
You have the option of taking the N25 to Dungarvan and then joining the N72 or taking the M8 exiting at Watergrasshill, and turning for Conna just before Rathcormack . Then take the Conna Tallow(R626) road and thence on to Lismore.

From North Cork
Leave the M8 at Fermoy and take the N72 East to Lismore via Tallow.

There is no dress code but the usual health warning is given for March weather; prepare for the worst and hope for the best. We have had days that began with snow showers and then finished with a heat wave but generally we enjoy mild spring weather on the day.

At our point-to-point, we are lucky to have wide open spaces for children to play in a safe environment also, the West Waterford Hunt will be happy to introduce youngsters to the Hunt horses. The park in Lismore and the children?s playground will be open to the public on race day.

There are no ATM facilities at the course but there are ATM ?s at both the AIB and Bank of Ireland branches in Lismore and also at the supermarket between the banks , all a few minutes? walk from the course.

A day at Lismore point-to-point races is the ideal day out for all the family.

For those with the time and a desire to enjoy the scenery of West Waterford before crossing the Blackwater River Bridge at Youghal take the left turn on the Cork side of the bridge and follow the Blackwater River in a general northerly direction through Knockanore and then follow the signs for Lismore.

One of the real treats of racing at Lismore, is just close racegoers can get to all the action.

A number of the 30-strong entry have previous experience to call upon including two horses who have finished behind pricey recent sales horses. The Gigginstown House Stud-owned ASSEMBLE chased home Asterion Forlonge, who was subsequently sold for 290,000 punds, whilst Appreciate It finished third at Ballinaboola behind the impressive Espoir Allen who realised 400,000 pounds at the Cheltenham sales afterwards. Meanwhile Eleazar Des Mottes has the most recent form having finished third at Knockanard a fortnight ago.

PEGUS HORSE FEEDS 5&6yo Geldings Maiden

For Certified Hunters aged 5 and 6 years old, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

ARCTIC ROAD and Puthiminyourpocket both finished second on the Tallow card last month with preference given to the former, who now has the experience behind him to get his head in front. Puthiminyourpocket was quite unlucky on that occasion and is expected to run well alongside the likes of Old Rascals and Glorious Galway.

GLANBIA & COOLMORE 5yo+ Mares Maiden

For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old and upwards, Mares only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

WEST VINTAGE was running a big race in what seemed a very competitive race at Kildorrery on her debut when coming down at the final fence. She will surely be a very warm favourite to gain compensation here in the famous Trevor Hemmings colours. The likes of A Mill From Milan, Another Theatre and Kitty Russell could provide the greatest danger.

OKEEFFE SAWMILLS LTD, LISMORE Winners of Two (4yo+) Mdns Excl

For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old and upwards, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland, which have not won a race under the Rules of Racing or Steeplechasing in any Country and not more than two Point to Point Steeplechases of any description. No Penalties. Mares allowed 5lbs.

KADMER ran a huge race at Banodon last Sunday and is the one to beat as he drops back from open company, having won a similar contest last March in Liscarroll. Aztec Chief, most recently successful in a winners race at Ballinaboola in November should be able to give a good account of himself in this. Whilst Harmoney Row, a maiden winner at Bandon last week, is capable of a big showing alongside Sandycove Island who returns to the pointing fields.

SYDNEY PAGET looks the one to beat here having won his last three starts. The in-form son of Flemensfirth will be looking to record his 11th success between the flags for the Pat Doyle yard. Nenagh runner-up B L Swagger will give him a big challenge, as will the likes of Longhouse Magic, Winter Magic, Bothair Clei and Allannahs Gold, who are well very capable performers in their own right.

THE OLD ROAD STUD & HORNEY BROOKS GARAGE 5yo+Confined Maiden

For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old and upwards only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers holding a valid Hunter Certificate to the West Waterford Hunt. Mares Allowed 5lbs.

JUDKIN was second on debut in a similar contest at Tallow last month and may well be the one to beat on that evidence. Baile Boru looks an improving type and went close to breaking her duck when second last time out at Knockanard in February. Elsewhere, A Mill from Milan and Mr Stubbs have also both shown promise.

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